I had just enough time to sew these to take on our summer holiday. They were also handy bed time bribery: a Special Surprise, if nobody called Mummy back after bedtime.
I used this pattern and tutorial from Little Punkin Pie. I changed it only slightly by making the fold for the seat shorter, so that the leg holes came out larger. I also skipped buttons, and just tied the straps through the buttonholes. I found that the straps, at 50", were not long enough. These would be fine for a toddler, but older children need more length. Then I realised that it is easier for them to slip it on and off by themselves if it is not crossed over, so they can use it without my help.
I skipped the front pocket, mainly for reasons of time. It wouldn't be impossible to go back and add it later, if I feel like it. One of the first things Big Sis said (after, "Thank you Mummy!" of course) was, "It needs a pocket!"
I was able to use up the last of the starburst fabric, which was perfect for this project, due to its weight and lack of drape. For the linings, I used the same shirts that I used for the linings of their hats, darker for the Little One and lighter for Big Sis. I also did different colour topstitching, but they don't look much different.
The carriers have been a hit - E is crazy about teddy bears, and her special bear in particular. Teddy went for lots of walks while we were on holiday, and we didn't have to carry him once!
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